Operations Supervisor
- BC, Canada
- British Columbia, Canada, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3-5 years supervisory and employee relations experience, with a focus on strong leadership and relationship building skills.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
You thrive in a fast-paced environment. Guiding your team to success is the only way you know how to work. You strive for career growth and welcome challenging experiences.
You are Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s Operations Supervisor.
Type of job: Permanent Full-time
Location: Annacis Island, Delta (BC)
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; OR Tuesday to Saturday, OR Sunday to Thursday
Working Hours
- Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Night Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:30 AM
We are looking for those who are flexible with those work schedules and timing
WHO ARE WE?
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions (WWS) is part of the Wallenius Wilhelhemsen Group - a global shipping and logistics services company (+155 years in business, +8,200 employees across 29 countries). WWS operates one of Canada’s premier vehicle processing terminals, employing 300+ union and non-union staff.
As a Vancouver Fraser Port operator located on Annacis Island (Delta, BC), we receive, accessorize, and distribute new cars from nearly 100 percent of all Asian-manufactured imports destined for the Canadian market and serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers such as Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki.
WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN WWS?
- Competitive salary (From $80,000+ per year) and annual bonus
- Company-paid RRSP Contribution (No Matching Required)
- 100% Company-paid extended health benefits, medical, dental and vision coverages
- Very diverse and inclusive organization – our people are with different ethnic backgrounds and speak different languages. You will get a sense of belonging
- Collaborative, fun, and caring working cultures – We enjoy fun time together– BBQ Summer Party, Christmas Party, Donation and Charity
- Excellent career growth and job security
As An Operations Supervisor You Will
- Oversee operations at Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s Vehicle Processing Center.
- Lead continuous process improvements to achieve a safe and cost -efficient work environment that meets performance targets.
- Responsible for promoting and helping develop a culture of a safe work environment for all employees and visitors through compliance with the WWS Health & Safety policies and provincial legislation.
- Responsible for promoting a culture of inclusivity, respect, and open communication.
- Within your area of responsibility, investigate any accidents, incidents and/or near misses, to ensure actions are be taken to prevent future incidents. Lessons learned are documented and shared and all reporting is completed timely and accurately.
- Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to develop strategic plans and procedures to increase the efficiency of current practices.
- Coordinate with leads to ensure organization of daily work for the crew.
- Foster an environment of positive employee relations and employee involvement.
- Perform corrective actions if needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- 3-5 years supervisory and employee relations experience, with a focus on strong leadership and relationship building skills.
- A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license and the ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions.
- Physically capable of performing duties that include entering and exiting railcars
- Background working in a unionized environment.
- SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S, and visual factory management.
- Assembly line operation, with emphasis on automotive or mechanical applications.
- Excellent time management skills in an ever changing and fast paced environment. Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities to a successful conclusion through strong planning, excellent verbal and written communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A self-starter, with a strong work ethic and a team focus.
- Must be customer centric and service driven.
- Thorough attention to detail and follow up.
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word)
- Collaborative
- Encouraging others to do their best
- Problem solver
We are the Wallenius Wilhelmsen group, delivering innovative and sustainable global shipping and logistics solutions for manufacturers of cars, trucks, heavy equipment and specialized cargo.
If you are interested in joining our team APPLY NOW!
Who We Are
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you'll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.
Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.
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Responsibilities
Oversee vehicle processing center operations, coordinate daily crew activities, and lead continuous improvements to meet safety, cost, and performance targets. Promote a safe and inclusive workplace, investigate incidents, support positive employee relations, and collaborate with departments and stakeholders on operational plans and procedures.
Requirements
Requires 3–5 years of supervisory and employee relations experience, experience in a unionized environment, and familiarity with automotive or mechanical assembly operations and methods such as SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, and 5S. Candidates must have a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license, be able to operate manual and automatic vehicles and enter and exit railcars, and demonstrate strong planning, communication, problem-solving, time-management, and Microsoft Office skills.
Skills
- Supervisory Leadership
- Employee Relations
- Health And Safety Compliance
- Incident Investigation
- Strategic Planning
- Team Coordination
- Conflict Resolution
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Materials Requirements Planning
- Total Quality Management
- Just-In-Time Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- 5S
- Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- Company-Paid Extended Health Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Job Security
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Management & Leadership
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Vehicle Processing Center
- Automotive
- Assembly Line Operations
- Unionized Environment
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Materials Requirements Planning
- Total Quality Management
- Just-In-Time
- Kaizen
- 5S
- Visual Factory Management
- Health And Safety
- Provincial Legislation
- Incident Investigation
- Employee Relations
- Corrective Actions
- Strategic Planning
- Crew Coordination
- BC Class 5 Driver’s License
- Manual Transmission
- Automatic Transmission
- Railcars
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word